Quality Control Lead

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance and Inspection

• Develop and implement quality control procedures for SKD vehicle assembly.
• Conduct inspections at various stages of assembly to ensure compliance with OEM specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Identify non-conformities, document issues, and lead corrective action initiatives.
• Work closely with production teams to resolve quality issues in real time.
• Develop incoming material inspection plans.
• Develop predelivery inspection and preparation plans.

Inventory and Material Flow Management

• Optimize inventory levels to ensure just-in-time (JIT) delivery while minimizing excess stock and carrying costs.
• Implement lean material flow strategies and pull systems, to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring proper handling, storage, and tracking of incoming and outgoing materials.

Process Improvement and Compliance

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Control Checklists.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other relevant quality management systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

Team Leadership and Training

• Ensure effective execution of quality audits and inspections.
• Provide training on quality standards, inspection techniques, and defect detection.
• Foster a culture of quality and accountability across the production team.

Reporting and Data Analysis

• Maintain detailed quality records, analyze trends, and generate reports on quality metrics.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to refine assembly processes and minimize defects.
• Work with suppliers to ensure incoming SKD parts meet quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of experience in automotive quality control, preferably in low-volume or SKD vehicle manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of automotive quality standards, regulatory requirements, and inspection techniques.
• Experience with PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and other quality management tools.
• Proficiency in quality auditing, data analysis, and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with measurement tools and defect detection methods.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), ISO 9001, or IATF 16949 is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company Paid Life/AD&D.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Time Off.

Work Environment

• This position requires both time in the office and the manufacturing floor.
• Domestic and International will be necessary occasionally.

The base pay range for this full-time position is $95,000 - $115,000. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. In addition, our ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

ZO Motors North America LLC is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. ZO Motors recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other categories protected by law.